Wags & Whiskers in The Woods 2022

Copneconic Conference Center, Fenton ® 2.26.22

There’s no place like home! Supporting our furry friends in need of homes, attendees of this annual event embraced the theme “An Enchanted Evening in the Land of Oz” and turned out in fantastic costumes! The evening began with a silent auction and cocktails, followed by dinner and a live auction and wrapping up with an after-glow party. The winner of the Best Couples Costume was Delmar Childs, DVM and Cindy Childs who were dressed as “Cowardly Lion” and “Tin Man.” The event raised just over $68,000 for Adopt-A-Pet Fenton.

: Winners: Best Couples Costume

: Winners: Best Couples Costume

Photography by Tim Jagielo

Winners: Best Couples Costume

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